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tetleytuna
Columbia, MO
(Zone 5b)
January 11, 2009
06:22 PM Post #5993641
| I got a Cricut Expressions for Christmas. Do any of you know where I could find a chart that lists what settings and blades to use for various materials? Have not even used it yet because the second thing I tried to cut was a piece of fabric and a total failure. Set it aside and have not looked at it since. I know this is supposed to be a great machine but the book that came with it was not very informative. Thanks for any help you can give me. |
detheo
Macomb, MI
(Zone 5b)
January 11, 2009
08:42 PM Post #5994252
| the cricut cuts paper only thats why it failed...To my knowledge it's not meant to cut fabric. Have you gone to the website? |
tetleytuna
Columbia, MO
(Zone 5b)
January 11, 2009
10:02 PM Post #5994574
| There was a television ad that hubby and I saw where it was cutting paper, plastic and fabric. I enjoy quilting to he got it thinking it would be good for cutting applique pieces. I have not really looked around that much, thought I would go to the experts here first. |
detheo
Macomb, MI
(Zone 5b)
January 12, 2009
10:36 AM Post #5995795
| Tet, I found this on the cricut site forums
http://www.cricut.com/messageboard/tm.aspx?m=3645369&mpage=1...
Okay I went to Joanns today and purchased HeatnBond in a purple and white package. It says sewable on the top and there is 5-1/4 yards in the package. I used red broadcloth from hobby lobby and this is not very thick. It is the broadcloth that is like 2.00. I cut out a 12x12 of each and followed the instructions on the heatnbond. I did have to hold it on the fabric and bond a little longer than it said because it did not stick very well but I did finally get it all stuck down. I opened up yet another brand new cutting mat and placed it on the mat. It did stick all over. I then set my settings on the cricut as follows: speed med, pressure med, and set my cutting blade to 4 using the cutting blade that came with the machine not the deep cut blade. I then loaded the mat and cut out a T. It worked. However, just a few threads here and there were not cut when I pulled off the T they came right off. It does leave the peel off backing on the mat but the iron on part is on the back of the T. I hope this helps and if I find any other new tricks I will be sure to pass step by step instructions on. I do not want anyone to have to go through the processes I have been through. Thanks for all of the help and suggestions from everyone. |
tetleytuna
Columbia, MO
(Zone 5b)
January 12, 2009
10:16 PM Post #5998930
| Thanks Detheo, that will help a lot. |
gardenwife
Newark, OH
(Zone 5b)
January 23, 2009
02:06 AM Post #6039284
| That is helpful, Detheo. Thanks! I am getting used to my Cricut Expressions, too, learning what settings to use on various papers. |
dpoitras
Upstate, NY
(Zone 5a)
January 23, 2009
08:31 AM Post #6039650
| I LOVE my Cricut Expression!! I got mine on black friday at Wal-mart for $199!! |
detheo
Macomb, MI
(Zone 5b)
January 23, 2009
09:58 AM Post #6039910
| Thats an awesome price dpoitras!! There are also sites that carry the cartridges cheaper...I will have to find it again and post it for you "cricuteers" as soon as I find it again I'm "hoping" I put it in my favorites...
The paper dolls cartridge is awesome I just loveeeeee it...the next one I get will be the garden one...so many wonderful things you can do with it!
Have Fun Everyone 
Delane |
dpoitras
Upstate, NY
(Zone 5a)
January 23, 2009
12:46 PM Post #6040598
| Delane Stretch Your Imagination is another good cartridge. I'll have to check out the paper doll cartridge! Can't wait for your link ;) |
diamndsnjns
Crosby, TX
(Zone 9a)
February 17, 2009
12:04 PM Post #6151094
| I just recently got a Cricut - the one that cuts 6x12 - I'm wondering if I can cut the Avery full sheet labels with it - they are kinda like the mailing labels - only full sheets? |
gardenwife
Newark, OH
(Zone 5b)
February 17, 2009
09:31 PM Post #6153530
| Yes, you can cut those. You might need to experiment with blade depth, speed and pressure. Just cut your Avery sheets down to fit the 6x12" mat. |
